The Reclaimed Rose (Annalise and Steven)

Chapter 687

"Yeah. The world doesn't work like that."

Henry said, "Exactly. And her response at the time was..." He cleared his throat and did his best to imitate her tone. "I didn't do anything to you. I simply told the truth about what happened. That shouldn't be a problem, right?"

The principal replied, "You may not have done anything wrong, but your actions have had a huge impact on our school. We used to be the top-ranked school in the city. And now, we've dropped to second place!"

She remained unfazed. "If you were so concerned about the school's reputation, why didn't you do anything when I was being bullied? Given your seniority, you should have considered these consequences from the start.

"Yet, you didn't. So, it proves you thought that even if I left, it wouldn't affect your school much. Isn't that right?" The principal remained silent.

She continued, "And honestly, you were right. I don't have that kind of influence. So there's no need for you to come looking for me. If the school is facing problems now, it's because of its own internal decisions. You should be focusing on fixing those instead."

The principal had nothing left to say.

her father finally

not care about the school, but you care about me, don't you? I'm your father! The company

the verge of collapsing. If you just come forward and say a

on, you're no longer my daughter, and I'm no longer your father.' I've always remembered those words, no matter

me, I never once asked you to stand up for me Yet, after facing just a little trouble, you expect me to step in and

Her father was speechless.

matter what? Fine. Just

two grown adults seriously planning

waved a hand dismissively. "Relax.

asked, "Did she

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we sure she